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You can definitely still eat nuts if you have Chronic Kidney Disease! I always have to remind people that not everyone with kidney disease needs to, or should be, on a low potassium diet. Nutrient needs are highly individualized and restricting potassium unnecessarily actually does more harm than good. Having said that, there are still […]

Were you given a renal diet food list that consisted of “what to eat” and “what to avoid” for kidney disease? Did it leave you feeling more confused about what you should actually eat for your kidney health? You’re not alone! The list you got from your doctor or the internet is probably wrong! Why

Apple cider vinegar and kidney health Can you consume apple cider vinegar if you have kidney disease? The short answer is YES! And there are a few things that you should know about it before consuming it! If you prefer a video explanation, you can watch and learn below. Otherwise, let’s dive into the top

5 things to know about coffee if you have kidney disease Coffee and kidney disease is a very important topic to address! Is coffee bad for your kidneys? How much coffee can you drink? What can you add to it? When should you drink it? I answer all of these questions in this blog post!

Can you eat beans if you have kidney disease? The short answer is…YES! You can eat beans if you have kidney disease and here’s what you need to know! Beans and legumes are healthy and kidney protective. Additionally, they are a great source of fiber and plant protein for the kidneys. People with kidney disease

What should you eat to protect your kidney function? If you have kidney disease, you are likely confused by all of the contradicting, “best foods for kidney disease” lists that you find on the internet or get from your doctor! The truth is, a healthy renal diet should be individualized. People with kidney disease have

Phosphorus and Kidney Disease Phosphorus is a mineral that many people don’t think about until they have Chronic Kidney Disease. It comes up frequently when you start Googling, “The Renal Diet”. Many people incorrectly think that having kidney disease means they have to limit how many milligrams of phosphorus they eat. While this isn’t entirely

What is the potential renal acid load (PRAL)? The Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) is the amount of acid or base your body produces from your diet. Foods that are higher in protein and phosphorus are more acid forming (positive PRAL). Foods that are higher in potassium, magnesium, and calcium are more alkaline forming (negative

A low sodium diet for kidney health shouldn’t be bland and tasteless! You can and should add flavor to your food while following a renal diet! There are plenty of ways to boost the flavor of your meals and snacks and enjoy what you are eating while still sticking to a low sodium diet. Let’s dive

As a renal dietitian, this one kills me! It’s one of the main reasons why a diabetic diet and renal diet seem to be so contradicting. If you have kidney disease and have been told that you can’t eat whole grains, keep reading! What’s the difference between whole grains and white grains? Whole grains contain